Minnesota's manufacturing sector is going strong, according to new data collected by IndustryNet. The state's industrial employment edged up for a sixth straight year in 2017, adding 3,285 industrial jobs. This is more than double the increase reported in 2016, adding to the nearly 20,000 jobs the state had gained since October 2011.
Minnesota's highly skilled workforce remains a major draw for manufacturers as industrial production evolves toward high-tech and innovation-driven enterprises.
In addition, an abundance of capital funding and robust economy have helped the state's manufacturers thrive, reflecting similar gains in many Midwestern states like Wisconsin and Indiana. Yet, challenges persist.
This article will explore how Minnesota manufacturing has evolved over the ye...(Full Article)

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